Top of the South
Travel Guide
Visit Top of the South
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
"Great location and very attentive staff. Good food and beverage on-site."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
The Hotel Nelson
"Our stay was good with comfortable bed with 2 Queen beds in room gave less room for another chair if staying longer, otherwise we enjoyed our stay and dinner at the flames"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Tides Hotel
"All good"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Quest Nelson
"Great location and room, with kitchen. Great restaruants around the corner. Will stay again."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Picton Waterfront Apartments
"Great"
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Popular places to visit
Picton Harbour
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.
Ngarua Caves
Explore the great outdoors at Ngarua Caves, a lovely green space in Takaka Hill. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Cloudy Bay Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savor the wineries.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Cape Farewell
Learn about the local history of Puponga when you spend time at Cape Farewell. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Richmond Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Richmond Mall during your stay in Richmond. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
